Chronic pain is unfortunately common. More than 20% of Americans suffer from some degree of chronic pain. Despite our long-term experience with chronic pain treatment, we are not much closer to finding any solution to the problem. However, we do have many approaches to managing the condition. Here are some tips to managing your chronic…
DetailsAn internal medicine doctor, or internist, is trained to handle a wide variety of health situations, illnesses, and conditions. They know how to help healthy people stay healthy, help sick people get healthy, and help people with chronic health problems manage those problems. They are at the center of the vast web of medical specialists,…
DetailsMost healthy adults don’t visit their doctor often enough. You might think you don’t need to see a doctor because you’re healthy and don’t feel anything, but there are services your doctor can provide including tests for signs of illness that you might not notice. They can also give you information you may not have…
DetailsThere are two types of doctors who generally act as primary care providers: internal medicine doctors, called internists, and family practitioners. What They Have In Common Both types of doctors are qualified to act as primary care physicians. They have attended medical school, completed a three-year residency (supervised medical practice), and have been licensed by…
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